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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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